Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Tasty Cactus Blooms

 


When I was at the Desert Botanical Garden last weekend, I saw this little round-tailed ground squirrel feasting on a few of the cactus blooms.  


This little fellow was taking bites right out of the petals of the blooms.


I know the bees love the blooms but I didn't know the squirrels like to eat them too.  They must be pretty tasty.  

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10 comments:

  1. AndyApril 12, 2023 at 2:44 AM

    Oh my! I love you nature photos.

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  2. William KendallApril 12, 2023 at 4:21 AM

    What a cutie pie.

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  3. TravelApril 12, 2023 at 5:50 AM

    He is looking right at the camera, great shots

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  4. RedPatApril 12, 2023 at 6:05 AM

    He looks like he is daring you to try to stop him, Sharon.

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  5. Steve ReedApril 12, 2023 at 6:57 AM

    I guess when your only choices are spiny leaves or tender blossoms, the best option is obvious!

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  6. BillApril 12, 2023 at 11:56 AM

    What an adorable creature, so very cute.

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  7. roentareApril 12, 2023 at 2:12 PM

    Gorgeous feel from this desert garden

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  8. AmyApril 12, 2023 at 2:32 PM

    Hope he's got good teeth.

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  9. GemelApril 12, 2023 at 3:44 PM

    How adorable is this little being.

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  10. Spare Parts and PicsApril 13, 2023 at 12:37 PM

    These guys are cute and fun to watch, but can really eat up your garden. Wonderful photos!

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